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Side Hustle & Gig Income

“I made income from eBay as a side hustle, does that count as taxable income?”

CommonQuick Question · 30 min · $95

Income from an eBay side hustle is often treated as taxable, but the exact treatment depends on what was sold, whether the items were personal belongings or inventory, and whether the activity looks more like a hobby or an ongoing business. Recordkeeping also matters, since the source of the items, selling fees, shipping costs, and any related expenses can affect how the income is reported. In many cases, the reporting outcome changes based on whether the sales were occasional or part of a regular resale activity, and whether payments came through third-party platforms. A short conversation with a CPA can sort out what applies to your specific numbers.

In your 30-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:

  • Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
  • Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
  • Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
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This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.

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